A MAN reported missing from his home in Grosmont has been found dead.

Gwent Police launched a search for Joe Taylor, 38, after he disappeared from his home address at 2pm on Monday, July 24.

Mr Taylor, who had links to Hereford, was described as white, about 5'10" tall, and of a slim build with blue eyes. He had short blonde to ginger hair and a ginger beard or stubble, police had said.

When he was last seen he was wearing a black top and black trousers with black Dunlop wellington boots.

But a spokesperson confirmed this morning (July 26) that Mr Taylor has been found dead in the local area. 

"His death is not being treated as suspicious," the spokesperson said.

"Our thoughts remain with his family at this time."